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MA09 VVN

2009 Ford C-max

Grey Diesel 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

189,976 mi
Last recorded189,976 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Ford C-max67,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA09 VVN
MakeFord
ModelC-max
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 189,976 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 May 2026 189,975 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2025 176,794 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 176,794 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 169,108 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 169,108 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 153,263 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 153,263 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022 132,377 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 132,377 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2021 115,052 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 115,052 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2019 104,594 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 88,138 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 88,138 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2017 70,634 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 70,634 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2016 55,144 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 44,744 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2014 37,513 miles

nearside rear tyre has a thorn

Pass 16 May 2013 30,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 24,247 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 24,247 miles

How Reliable is the Ford C-max?

Based on 1,804,249 MOT tests across 138,182 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
6,471
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
138,182
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,824
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12,616
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,841
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MA09 VVN is a 2009 Ford C-max in Grey with a 1,596cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2009 Ford C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 67,542 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,824 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MA09 VVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Ford C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MA09 VVN registered?

MA09 VVN is a 2009 Ford C-max, first registered on 20 May 2009.

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